In 1947, Raymond Weeks, of Birmingham Ala., organized a “Veterans Day”parade on November 11th to honor all of America’s veterans for their loyal and dedicated service. Shortly thereafter, Congressman Edward H. Rees (Kansas) introduced legislation to change the name of Armistice Day to Veterans Day in order to honor all veterans who have served the United States in all wars. In 1954, President Eisenhower signed a bill proclaiming November 11 as Veterans Day, and called upon Americans everywhere to rededicate themselves to the cause of peace. He issued a Presidential Orderdirecting the head of the Veterans Administration (now called the Department of Veterans Affairs), to form a Veterans Day National Committee to organize and oversee the national observance of Veterans Day.Congress passed legislation in 1968 to move Veterans Day to the fourth Monday in October. However as it became apparent that November 11th was historically significant to many Americans, in 1978,Congress reversed itself and returned the holiday to its traditional date.
Conlon-Mulvaney American Legion Post #1779
ADDRESS:
6317 Marshall Rd.
Conesus, NY 14435
PHONE:
(585) 346-3144
The Preeminent Voice For Veterans!
The Preeminent Voice For Veterans!
The American Legion was chartered by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic, war-time veterans organization, devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is a not-for-profit community-service organization which now numbers nearly 3 million members, men and women, in nearly 15,000 American Legion posts worldwide.
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| The American Legion The American Legion was chartered by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic, war-time veterans organization, devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is a not-for-profit community-service organization which now numbers nearly 3 million members, men and women, in nearly 15,000 American Legion posts worldwide. |
| American Legion Department of New York Follow the above link to the American Legion Department of New York’s Homepage. |
| Livingston County American Legion Officer Rosters for Livingston County American Legions, Auxiliaries and SALs. |
| Request Your DD214 Online Veterans can now obtain a copy of their DD 214 by going on line through the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC). Military veterans and the next of kin of deceased former military members may now use the new online military personnel records system to request documents.Other individuals with a need for documents must still complete the Standard Form 180, which can be downloaded from the online web site.Because the requester will be asked to supply all information essential for NPRC to process the request, delays that normally occur when NPRC has to ask veterans for additional information will be minimized.The new web-based application was designed to provide better service on these requests by eliminating the records centers mailroom and processing time. |
| Livinston County Veterans Service Agency The Mission of the Livingston County Veterans Service Officer Frank Hollister is to provide entitlement information and advocacy assistance to military personnel, veterans and their dependents in matters relating to veterans’ law. Contact Mr. Hollister for benefit information and to file for VA benefits, property tax exemptions, etc. The American Legion The American Legion was chartered by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic, war-time veterans organization, devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is a not-for-profit community-service organization which now numbers nearly 3 million members, men and women, in nearly 15,000 American Legion posts worldwide. |
| U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs The US Department of Veterans Affairs provides patient care and federal benefits to veterans and their dependents. The home page for the Department of Veterans Affairs provides … • Jobs at VA • Health Care • VA Forms • Disabled Veterans • My HealtheVet • Military Records • Veteran Data • Benefits Booklet |
| Veterans Exemptions in NYS Questions & Answers from NYS Office of Real Property Servicesregarding Partial Exemption from Property Taxes in New York State for Veterans. |
| National Association of Veterans Service Officers If you want assistance or need help in obtaining benefits, NACVSO will do their best to answer your questions or help you contact the County or State Veterans Service Officer nearest your place of residence.NACVSO was recognized officially by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs “for the purpose of preparation, presentation, and prosecution of claims under laws administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs” in a letter dated April 19, 1993 signed by Jesse Brown, Secretary. The letter further states that this recognition “is accorded pursuant to 38 U.S.C. Section 5902 and 38 C.F.R. Section 14.628(c) and is soley for the purpose of claimant representation” before the Department of Veterans Affairs. Also included was the statement that “Accreditation of representatives associated with your organization will be handled on an individual basis in accordance with 38 C.F.R. Section 14.629.” |
| Livingston County THANK A VET Discount Program Livingston County Clerk James Culbertson has announced that starting July 1, 2012, the Livingston County Clerk’s Office will provide discount cards for all veterans who have filed their Form DD214 Discharge Papers with the County Clerk and currently reside in Livingston County. These discount cards may be used at over 120 businesses in Livingston County who have agreed to participate in this program. |
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What is Armistice Day?
To commemorate the ending of the “Great War” (World War I), an “unknown soldier” wasburied in the highest place of honor in both England and France (in England, Westminster Abbey; in France, the Arc de Triomphe). These ceremonies took place on November 11th, celebrating the ending of World War I hostilities at 11 a.m., November 11, 1918 (the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month). This day became known internationally as “Armistice Day”. In 1921, the United States of America followed France and England by laying to rest the remains of a World War I American soldier — his name “known but to God” — on a Virginia hillside overlooking the city of Washington DC and the Potomac River. This site became known as the “Tomb of the Unknown Soldier,” and today is called the “Tomb of the Unknowns.” Located in Arlington National Cemetery, the tomb symbolizes dignity and reverence for the American veteran. In America, November 11th officially became known as Armistice Day through an act of Congress in 1926. It wasn’t until 12 years later, through a similar act that Armistice Day became a national holiday. The entire World thought that World War I was the “War to end all wars.” Had this been true, the holiday might still be called Armistice Day today. That dream was shattered in 1939 when World War II broke out in Europe. More than 400,000 American service members died during that horrific war.
What is Veterans Day?
Many folks mistakenly believe that Veterans Day is the day America sets asideto honor American military personnel who died in battle or as a result of wounds sustained from combat. That’s not quite true. Memorial Day is the day set aside to honor America’s war dead. Veterans Day, on the other hand, honors ALL American veterans, both living and dead. In fact, Veterans Day is largely intended to thank living veterans for dedicated and loyal service to their country. November 11 of each year is the day that we ensure veterans know that we deeply appreciate the sacrifices they have made in their lives to keep our country free.